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Joined: March 12 2005
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Posted: December 16 2013 at 15:39
Some eggs were certainly laid yesterday, but I certainly hope the Lions will not follow suit.
(Cue lions fans saying they will! )
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Joined: May 22 2007
Location: Michigan, U.S.
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Posted: December 16 2013 at 15:48
I am counting on a Baltimore victory. I am tied for first this week in my weekly pool, but I am the only one who took Baltimore. If the Lions win, I need a low scoring game.
Joined: September 14 2010
Location: East Bay, CA
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Posted: December 16 2013 at 17:15
I'm guessing on a Raven victory, too. In these tight situations that require the Lions to actually mature and play well, they don't. The one thing that Detroit has in their favor is being at home, and MAYBE the weak Baltimore o-line.
EDIT: So after the first half, it's 9-7, Baltimore. After Detroit's opening TD drive, they've looked awful. Bad passes, dropped passes and the D looks lost.
6 of 6 for Tucker, with kicks of 53 an 61! That was an epic way to take the lead, on a 60 yarder with it just making the bottom corner.
The reaction of all the Lion player was priceless.
Gotta say, Detroit is a bit Dallas-esque. Tons of talent but plagued with mistakes and anti clutchess (there was that epic Stafford drive against Dallas but well it was Dallas). Stafford also seems a bit anti clutch and just kinda tosses bricks out there often.
Of course can't be too harsh, they may have the 2nd most turnovers but my team is #1 by miles.
So don't feel too down, yall play the G men next week. I pray Eli makes it out alive...and with Cruz concussed I honestly expect another shutout.
Joined: March 12 2005
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Posted: December 16 2013 at 23:03
At least the Lion's coaching staff will surely be fired (assuming they will now miss the playoffs).
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Joined: February 01 2011
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Posted: December 16 2013 at 23:06
Good lord, do the Lions suck. I don't believe they have ever outsucked the suckiness I have seen these last couple sucky games. And I've watched them suck for over four sucking decades.
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Joined: May 22 2007
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Posted: December 17 2013 at 05:57
I predicted that Baltimore would win with combined total points of 35. Damn if I wasn't nearly psychic. I pretty much figured it was over when the Lions scored too soon yet again. Scoring a touchdown to take the lead is generally good, but when you leave nearly 2 minutes on the clock for a team like the Ravens who specialize in come from behind wins you are just begging to lose the game. It is like Groundhog's Day with the Lions with these kind of losses. 3rd down and 15 against the Lions is pretty much a gimme when it matters most. Oh well. Disappointed that they lost, but my winnings for the week help to numb the pain.
Joined: July 02 2008
Location: Manchester, UK
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Posted: December 18 2013 at 07:57
^ Scott, I just can't believe what has happened to the Lions these last few games.
I saw their hammering of my Packers 3 or 4 weeks ago and they were immense. That was a totally dominant performance in all facets of the game and I really thought we were looking at a genuine SB contender. Their performances and results since have been mind boggling.....
The lkelihood is now that the Packers and Lions ineptness (or suckiness as you guys say ) will gift the Bears the Division. I suppose Rodgers could come back which might make things interesting..............
Joined: May 22 2007
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Posted: December 19 2013 at 09:09
Nothing really surprises with the Lions any more. They are quite famous for grabbing defeat from the jaws of victory. The rallying cry around these parts is SOL. Same Ol' Lions.
Joined: July 02 2008
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Posted: December 19 2013 at 10:04
I do appreciate the Bears are much improved, however if the Lions (or Packers for that matter) produced even semi decent performances over the last month the division would be finished already.
I'm hoping the Pack can see off Pittsburgh on Sunday (easier said than done) to set up a mouthwatering climax at Soldier Field. We will definitely need Rodgers back for that one however if we are to have any chance.
Joined: August 11 2005
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Posted: December 19 2013 at 10:16
But they didn't. And if the Bears had played better to start the season, it wouldn't have mattered. You can't weight past and present performance differently.
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Posted: December 19 2013 at 19:17
^ LOL.
Wow. I've never seen that before. A fun one for sure. Esp since he won.
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Joined: July 02 2008
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Posted: December 20 2013 at 06:31
Any tips for the Super Bowl at this point?
The Seahawks look pretty impressive to me. In days gone by they would be nailed on, there always seemed to be a standout team that would invariably smash all in their path and go all the way to the SB and win easily. However lately that tends not to be the case and it's teams that enter the playoffs with a wet sail that usually peak at the right time and go on to win it. My Packers are a good example, they barely got into the playoffs in 2010/11 but were irresistible thereafter. NYG have done this on 2 occasions lately too.
I reckon the Seahawks are worthy favourites though I wouldn't back them with great certainty. I love watching the Saints play and if the Packers don't get in the playoffs I'll be pulling for New Orleans. However the Saints generally find one too good and get derailed by a team with a tough defense so...... The Broncos? The Colts? Not sure.
Joined: July 02 2008
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Posted: December 20 2013 at 06:39
Equality 7-2521 wrote:
But they didn't. And if the Bears had played better to start the season, it wouldn't have mattered. You can't weight past and present performance differently.
I know what you mean, I guess I'm just saying that the Lions really have messed up. With that record in the division they really should be home and hosed. If it's the Bears that make it I think they'll give a good account of themselves though. I think they will be even better next year too. That's bad news for my team!
Coming from Philly I'll guess you're an Eagles fan. After an inconsistent start they appear to be on a roll and this team is potentially a very good one. Coming from the UK I don't get to see that much NFL but what I have seen of the Eagles (only 3 full games) this season has been pretty impressive, though I may have missed a few of the bad ones. Foles has been absolutely outstanding, what an impact he has made since getting his chance.
Joined: March 12 2005
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Posted: December 20 2013 at 15:42
Unless there are a rash of injuries to Seattle it's highly unlikely (if not near impossible) that someone will beat them at home. In my mind they already have their ticket to the super bowl. From the AFC...idk. Denver is the obvious choice with their offense, but honestly as the weeks go by the number of teams that look good in the AFC seem to dwindle. Maybe weather will play a factor and help 'upset' Seattle (in the Superbowl I mean) but still...i'm not counting on it.
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AFC....lord knows. I would say the Pats would sneak in as they oft do but without Gronk I don't know. None of the other teams really impress me, by default I guess Denver.
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I honestly expect another shutout. 
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